Public Speaking
Myths and bad public speaking advice are bountiful for those just starting out as speakers. Here are some practical guidance and myth busting to help speakers just starting out on their presenting journeys. Myth #1 – Public Speaking is the Number One Fear Scott Berkun in his book Confessions of a Public Speaker (non-affifilate link)…
Read MoreSpeaking to a large audience is intimidating – speaking to an audience of 550 on stage that is set up like a TED talk can be downright terrifying. When I was asked by my day job to undertake this presentation for foodservice operators, I knew from talking to the organizers it was going to be…
Read MoreA speaker who was preparing for a big presentation shocked me when she said “Practicing my presentation scares me more then presenting!” I could hardly believe my ears. I asked her why, and she told me “Everyone tells me that I need to practice, but I just don’t know what that looks like.” Indeed countless…
Read Morehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TgXumQv_KE&feature=youtu.be My all time favorite Oscar acceptance speech was delivered by Christoph Waltz when he won for Best Actor for the film Inglorious Basterds. Why is this my favorite Oscar speech? Prepared – Waltz was the odds on favorite that year but he definitely prepared and practiced his speech beforehand. Delivering an acceptance speech that…
Read MoreWhether you are a leader or a speaker asking for and giving feedback is a vital part of the job. Giving feedback is a great opportunity to build relationships with your team members, employees, and colleagues. If we don’t give feedback that is specific, actionable and delivered poorly, it has the potential to tear down relationships. In…
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